The late kick-off in the Premier League looks set to be a fascinating showdown between two of last season’s top four teams.
Liverpool have started life under Arne Slot in excellent fashion, and the Reds could move four points clear with a win at Anfield.
Confidence increased once again on Tuesday following a dominant win against German champions Bayer Leverkusen.
Aston Villa may have a point to prove this weekend after suffering a 4-1 hammering at the hands of Tottenham last weekend. The Midlands team have now won just once in their last five.
Odds
Liverpool will be a red-hot favorite to continue their excellent form in the Premier League this weekend at -203. A rare away win for Aston Villa at Anfield is priced up at +505.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Liverpool | -203 |
| Draw | +400 |
| Aston Villa | +505 |
Liverpool Unbeaten in Last Six at Anfield Against Villa
| Total | Liverpool | Aston Villa | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 55 | 32 | 11 | 12 |
| Premier League Games | 52 | 31 | 9 | 12 |
| Goals | 155 | 99 | 56 |
Liverpool have avoided defeat in their last six home matches against Aston Villa, winning just once in six before the start of the 2013-14 season.
Over that period, the Reds have recorded five wins. However, only Chelsea and Man United have recorded more away wins at Anfield in the Premier League era than Aston Villa.
🚨⚽ TIP: Over 3.25 Goals @ -104
Liverpool vs. Aston Villa Key Stats
- Villa have lost 16 of their last 18 away matches against teams starting the day at the top of the Premier League standings.
- Liverpool have conceded the opening goal in their last two matches, but have avoided defeat on both occasions.
- Both of Villa’s defeats this season have come against North London sides, losing last weekend at Tottenham. However, they haven’t lost back-to-back matches since May 2023.
Liverpool Team News
Arne Slot has no fresh injury concerns for this home showdown against Villa. Diogo Jota is set to return at the end of next month, while similar return dates are also set for Alisson, Federico Chiesa, and Harvey Elliott.
Possible Lineup
Caoimhin Kelleher (GK); Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konate, Virgil van Dijk, Andrew Robertson, Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, Alexis Mac Allister, Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunes, Luis Diaz
Aston Villa Team News
Morgan Rogers could be a big blow for the Villa this weekend, as the attacking midfielder is a doubt for the trip to Anfield. Matty Cash has been ruled out until late November with a calf injury, while Ross Barkley is also absent with a muscle issue.
Possible Lineup
Emi Martinez (GK); Ezri Konsa, Pau Torres, Diego Carlos, Ian Maatsen, Amadou Onana, Youri Tielemans, John McGinn, Jaden Philogene, Jacob Ramsey, Ollie Watkins
Liverpool vs. Aston Villa Prediction
Aston Villa’s poor away record at Anfield is incredibly hard to overlook, as is the club’s record against teams starting the day at the top of the standings.
The manner in which the Villa fell apart after taking the lead at Tottenham would be a concern, and we could see a very similar pattern taking shape this weekend, with Liverpool coming from behind to claim maximum points.
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